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Good Condition Red 1991 Mazda Miata, No Reserve!! on 2040-cars

Year:1991 Mileage:107456 Color: Red /
 Black
Location:

Saint Petersburg, Florida, United States

Saint Petersburg, Florida, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:1.6L 1597CC l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: JM1NA3512M1218432 Year: 1991
Interior Color: Black
Make: Mazda
Number of Cylinders: 4
Model: Miata
Trim: SE Convertible 2-Door
Drive Type: RWD
Options: CD Player, Convertible
Mileage: 107,456
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows
Sub Model: BASE OR SE
Exterior Color: Red
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

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I'm listing this 1991 MIATA with about 108,000 miles for nice gentleman in Clearwater, about 20 minutes from me. He's selling it due to back issues - is getting hard for him to get in and out. This roadster used to belong to his brother-in-law who knows quite a lot about these Mazdas. From what I understand, this Miata has been part of the family for sometime, but don't know entire ownership history, and as far as I know it's an accident free vehicle.

When creating this listing, eBay provided a choice whether this Miata is the "base" or the "se" version. I really don't know which one is it. If you do, please let me know so that I can update the listing. The Miata runs very well, shifts fine and it's tight too. A/C works, and has new battery. I was told that the engine was rebuilt about 50,000 miles ago, and it shows. The stereo has been upgraded to a Phase Linear CD Stereo System which sounds pretty good, (I did not know that Phase Linear made car stereos). Brother-in-law installed an electric trunk opener which can be operated from the arm rest compartment (see one of the photos).

The car has been garaged kept for the last 5 years in Florida and only used in sunny days. The car was originally from virginia. I took the time to show undercarriage photos and the floors are intact. Did not see any rust other than some surface rust under the undercarriage and on the driver side door, but nothing major at all (see photos). Cosmetically this Miata is very respectable. Body is straight, and I did not see any evidence of accident repairs, etc. The paint is decent, but don't expect show quality. Top is new with very little use.

To sum it up, this is a very nice, clean and turn-key Miata that's in need of a new home. Personally, I have always appreciated these cars. They are the ultimate "british roadster," reliable!! My father has owned a few of these, and currently owns one with a supercharger... Very fast!! Thanks for looking and let me know if you need anything else!


TERMS & DETAILS OF THE AUCTION:

This is a NO RESERVE Listing: This is a great opportunity to buy a nice Miata at a fabulous price!  PLEASE...Serious eBay Members Only! If Not Sure How eBay Works Don’t Hesitate to Contact Me First!! 

Required Deposit:  A $350.00 deposit is due within 24 hours from the end of the auction and is payable through Pay Pal. The deposit is refundable ONLY in the event I failed to accurately describe the vehicle, OR if you uncover an issue that I wasn't aware of. I cannot accept balance through Pay Pal because Electronic Tracking is required to maintain Pay Pal Buyer/Seller Guarantees.

Payment of Balance: The balance is payable to the seller at the time you take possession of the vehicle. Payments can be made by personal check (upon clearance), cashiers checks (upon clearance) bank wire transfers, or good old fashion cash.

Taking Possession of The Vehicle: Our policy is that you take possession of the vehicle and finalize the transaction within 7 days. If you require additional time, please let me know so I can make the arrangements with the seller. Please note, that the Seller has possession of the vehicle, so it'll be picked up at the Seller's address. Although I've examined the title, it's also in the possession of the Seller and will be endorsed when the transaction is finalized.

Out of Town Buyers – Shipping the Vehicle: If you're an out-of-town buyer, full payment must be made prior to shipping.  I'll be glad to assist buyers in making shipping arrangements and I can refer buyers to a trusted transportation company that I personally use, but all costs are buyer's responsibility.

Car History Reports: eBay no longer offers complementary car history reports since I transact such a quantity of sales. So, I leave it to the buyer to pull one if desired.

Warranties & Guarantees: As is customary, the vehicle is being sold “As Is,” and there are No Warranties or Guarantees offered.

Prior Sale of Vehicle:  Keep in mind that I'm listing vehicles for others, and on a very rare occasion it happened that a seller changed his mind during the course of the auction. We ALL act in good faith, but an unforeseen circumstance can arise.... in two years of conducting eBay vehicle auctions and having sold hundreds of vehicles, this kind of thing happened once, but I wanted to mention this VERY REMOTE possibility right up-front. 

Communication is the Key to a GREAT Deal.  Don't Hesitate to Contact Me at 727.522.2531


ABOUT ME – The Listing Agent

My name is Jose I'm a Graphic Artist by profession and a car lover by choice...In fact, I worked my way through college doing mainly sports car restorations. Although I'm not a “master mechanic,” I know cars VERY well and have an eye for value. I'm not a “Car Dealer,” or a “Broker,” but I provide a valuable service to individuals who don't have the time or expertise to list their vehicles on e-Bay. 

While I provide this service as a “Business,” I'm VERY particular about who I deal with, and I'm especially careful when it comes to the vehicle being sold. In fact, I reject vehicles that don’t meet my criteria, and this accounts for my success! I utilize an extensive “Check List,” on every vehicle. I personally check all the paperwork, inspect the vehicle (including paint, bodywork and engine) and finally test drive myself if applicable. While I do my best to uncover and disclose all possible issues relating to a vehicle, I always suggest that buyers have the vehicle inspected before finalizing a transaction. 

As you can see, I've achieved good rating on eBay, so my major objective is to provide eBay members with complete satisfaction, and a fair deal!  eBay members are the most important part of any transaction that I make, so my goal is to be as accurate as possible. If an issue does arise, I'll do my best to solve it. I believe that communication can solve any problem, so if you buy or bid on a vehicle that I've listed, and a problem arises, please talk to me before leaving any negative feedback! Communication is the Key to a GREAT Deal.  Don't Hesitate to Contact Me at 727.522.2531

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